KICK is located in the Kansai Science City, also known as the Keihanna Science City - a hub for innovative knowledge and research to open up the future. Situated in the lush green surroundings of the Keihanna Hills region on the borders of Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara prefectures, the city is a leading center for culture, technology, and research in Asia, and brings together an increasing number of research institutions and international exchange projects from across the globe.
Kansai Science City aims to develop a new city model for the future, and through industry-academia-government cooperation as part of a national project, develop groundbreaking technology, create new industries, and promote innovative forms of culture, all while coordinating efforts with other cultural and technological research institutions around the world. |